Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $76,820 -14% vs national
Median hourly $36.93
10th percentile $55,910
90th percentile $88,130
Employed locally 100
National median $89,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,910
    25th
    $62,900
    50th (median)
    $76,820
    75th
    $83,560
    90th
    $88,130

    Top-paying metros for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $170,600
    Vallejo, CA $165,020
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $161,090
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $157,640
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $151,980
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $143,750

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,220
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,980
    Pharmacists $134,760
    Nurse Practitioners $120,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Southern Ohio is $36.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.25 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers salaries?

    The median Diagnostic Medical Sonographers salary in Southern Ohio is 14% below the national median of $89,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (10th percentile) earn around $55,910 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,900.